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The difference between ‘OK’ and ‘delightful’ restaurant experiences
by Alicia Kelso — senior editor, QSRweb.com
Those who rate their experience a 5 out of 5 on satisfaction are eight times more likely to recommend the restaurant than those who rated it a 4 out of 5.
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Jersey Mike's Founder discusses healthy franchisee relationships
by Nate Riggs — CEO / Owner, NR Media Group
It’s rumored that the Sub or ‘Submarine’ had it’s origin in Boston, MA around the time of World War II. Since that time and due to large pushes by franchised…
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La Madeleine plans 15 units in Colorado
May 15, 2014
La Madeleine has signed a multi-unit agreement to open 15 units in Colorado. According to a news release, this is the brand’s third franchise agreement in its…
read nowFatburger, Buffalo’s Express open co-branded unit in Dubai
May 15, 2014
Fatburger and Buffalo's Express have opened their first co-branded unit in Dubai, under the direction of Vetra Investments, a foodservice specialist based in…
read nowThe New Miami Subs Grill launches ‘Pita Perfection’ campaign
May 15, 2014
The New Miami Subs Grill has launched a new campaign for summer, called “Pita Perfection.” Available in all restaurants for dine-in or drive-thru service…
read nowBuffalo Wild Wings opens its first PizzaRev franchise
May 15, 2014
This week, Buffalo Wild Wings celebrated the grand opening of its first PizzaRev franchise in Hopkins, Minn., a suburb of Minneapolis. The new restaurant…
read nowStarbucks plans entry into new Latin American countries
May 15, 2014
Starbucks Coffee Company announced it is expanding its presence in Latin America, with new store plans for Colombia, Bolivia and Panama throughout the next…
read nowMaui Wowi signs multi-franchise deal for Virginia expansion
May 15, 2014
Maui Wowi Hawaiian’s has signed three brothers as its newest franchisees. Kenny, Shawn and Scott Bryant plan to open 10 units in the Virginia Beach, Va.…
read nowCalexico adds online ordering platform
May 15, 2014
New York-based Calexico has rolled out an online ordering platform for all four of the brand’s brick-and-mortar locations. The app integrates with Calexico’s…
read nowThe Chickery partners with Fransmart for global expansion
May 15, 2014
The Chickery, a 2-year-old Toronto-based chicken concept created by celebrity chef David Adjey, has signed an agreement with Fransmart to expand into new…
read nowEcolab introduces water filtration program for beverage platforms
May 15, 2014
Ecolab has launched the KAY QSR Managed Water Filtration Program to address the beverage demands of quick-service restaurants. According to a company news…
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Chipotle unveils original essays on its packaging
May 15, 2014
Chipotle Mexican Grill today launched its “Cultivating Thought” author series, a new program that features original essays written by authors, actors and…
read nowPizza Hut, Firehouse Subs, Atlanta Falcons, McAlister’s Deli executives to speak at CONNECT Mobile Innovation Summit
May 15, 2014
Networld Media Group has announced the slate of panelists for the "C-Level Roundtable" closing general session at the 2014 CONNECT Mobile Innovation Summit in…
read nowAl’s Beef and Nancy’s Pizza sign Mike Ditka as spokesperson
May 14, 2014
Chicago Bears legendary coach, player and current TV commentator Mike Ditka has been named as the new spokesperson for Chicago Franchise Systems Inc., parent…
read nowLevelUp, Zuppler partner to bridge gap in online ordering and mobile payments
May 14, 2014
In an effort to bridge the gap between online ordering and mobile payments, Conshohocken, Pa.-based Zuppler and Boston’s LevelUp have teamed up to provide…
read nowPaytronix upgrades mobile features for restaurant platform
May 14, 2014
Paytronix Systems Inc. has added enhancements to the mobile and messaging aspects of its loyalty platform, geared toward the restaurant and retail industries.
read nowBowl of Heaven inks new multi-unit franchise deals
May 14, 2014
Bowl of Heaven has announced the signing of two multi-unit franchise deals for Orange County, Calif., and Las Vegas. Bowl of Heaven has been working with…
read nowFamilies with kids trimming restaurant visits
May 14, 2014
Restaurant visits by families with kids under the age of 13 have been declining since 2008, according to research from The NPD Group. Families with kids made …
read nowRed Mango parent company acquires pizza and smoothie concepts
May 14, 2014
Brix Holdings LLC, a newly-formed multi-brand franchising company, has announced the addition of Smoothie Factory and RedBrick Pizza to its roster of national…
read nowPie Five Pizza marks its debut in Virginia
May 14, 2014
On Friday, the Pie Five Pizza chain will open the doors to its newest restaurant, its first in Virginia, just outside of Richmond in Glen Allen. According to a…
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